Refugio Hostel Fortaleza
Rua Deputado João Lopes, 31
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Why people book this hotel
“But the hostel kitchen looked well equiped”
“Staff”
“Its near the Central Market - perhaps the best tourist attraction in the city wi…”
“Central”
“Clean and comfortable bed, bathroom”
“The common bathrooms are cleaned every day”
“Kettle in room, aircon, strong wifi”
“Truly a great hostel, set up well to meet people, lots of bathrooms, big kitchen…”
“The WiFi is very good everywhere”
“The breakfast was really nice”
“Breakfast was fine , it was taken across the road”
Overview
With a colourful and stylish décor, Refúgio Hostel Fortaleza is located 6 minutes' drive from the famous Iracema Beach. Free WiFi access is available in this hostel. Barbecue facilities, a 24-hou front desk and a garden are available. Accommodation is provided in dormitories or private rooms. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge with a TV for guests to relax, luggage storage and laundry facilities. A buffet breakfast is served each morning in the breakfast room. It includes a variety of fresh fruits, breads and cold meats, as well as a selection of hot and cold drinks. The hostel is 4.8 km from Mucuripe Fish Market, 9.1 km from Castelão Stadium and 100 metres from Bishop Palace. Pinto Martins International Airport is 6 km away.
Traveller reviews
Daniel
solo_traveller
June 2, 2026
Kettle in room, aircon, strong wifi. Its near the Central Market - perhaps the best tourist attraction in the city with good restaurants inside the market, as well. At night the market closes and the other nearby restaurants aren't as good. But the hostel kitchen looked well equiped. Very comfortable stay.
rosemary
solo_traveller
April 26, 2026
“Very helpful staff and comfortable stay”
Staff. Central. Clean and comfortable bed, bathroom. Central. Uber from bus station.
Fabio Maria
solo_traveller
March 11, 2026
Location …. Friendly staff, free filtered water ;-)
Gabriele
solo_traveller
March 9, 2026
Had an amazing stay at Refugio in Fortaleza! The hostel has a super social vibe, so it’s really easy to meet other travelers and hang out. The owner is incredibly friendly and always has great tips for things to do around the area. The reception team is also awesome – especially Vitória, who always welcomes you with a big smile and is super helpful with anything you need. Everyone speaks English, which makes things really easy for international travelers. I felt really at home here and would 100% recommend staying at this hostel if you’re in Fortaleza. Great people, great atmosphere, and just an all-around great place to stay!
Rosan
solo_traveller
February 12, 2026
“Best hostel in Brasil so far”
Truly a great hostel, set up well to meet people, lots of bathrooms, big kitchen and friendly staff. Feels like home
Julia
solo_traveller
February 12, 2026
“Nice hostel in Fortaleza”
Nice staff, nice common areas, social hostel, but no party place.
Jean Eric
solo_traveller
December 15, 2025
“The right place for right travellers”
The staff is very helpful and all can speak in English. It can help you in ordering meals or transportation. The WiFi is very good everywhere. The common bathrooms are cleaned every day. There are a lot of places where to meet other people. The kitchen is well equipped and free coffee is provided every day from 7 am. There is a space where cleaning our clothes by hand Very closed to the central market
Easy
solo_traveller
November 29, 2025
Beautiful hostel in good location
Jack
solo_traveller
November 12, 2025
“An Elite Hostel”
Cheap Clean Great Staff Interesting Community
Tomer
couple
September 21, 2025
Nice staff
Hongying
solo_traveller
August 23, 2025
The hostel has very spacious common areas and even a small garden, which I really enjoyed. The location is great if you are staying just a couple of days — it’s only about a 15-20 minute walk to the beach, where I watched a perfect sunset. Overall, it’s a great value for money and a solid choice for travelers.
Clau
couple
August 17, 2025
We only stayed one night, and arriving quite late at night. The reception works 24/7 and staff speak english (which is a super bonus in Brazil!). The hostel is very close to the central market which is touristic but also quite nice.
Silvana
extended_group
June 4, 2025
“You will be so well looked after!”
The warm welcome of everyone.
Jake
couple
May 15, 2025
The kitchen was pretty decent and the reception staff for the most part really helpful. It was also great to have ample communal space to relax. Location was also pretty good.
Nathaniel
couple
April 27, 2025
One of the best hostels I've stayed in. Really helpful staff (who speak English if you're Portuguese isn't fluent), lovely atmosphere and amazing suites - clean, great facilities and really nice decor.
carmelo
solo_traveller
April 13, 2025
“Great vibes!”
Nice rooms, perhaps a bit small but with en-suite bathroom which is a plus. Air con and good bed. The common area is very nice and the vibe chilled. The breakfast was really nice!
Sophie
extended_group
February 17, 2025
“Clean stay in best hostel in Fortaleza”
Super nice and professional hostel. It does have the backpacking vibe but in a more organised way. Everything is very clean and the staff are well mannered. There are no organised events but it’s easy to start chatting to people.
Hanna
solo_traveller
November 15, 2024
The calm place in excellent location. Clean and good organized 👌
David
solo_traveller
November 5, 2024
“All positive would return and recommend to others”
Breakfast was fine , it was taken across the road .Facilities very good clean and bright . Dorms quite spacious and had a patio .Staff very helpful , helped me to navigate an Uber app and get a ride with them to bus station
Nicolas
solo_traveller
September 27, 2024
“Just perfect”
Everything! It was beautiful.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Beach, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Cycling, Diving, Live sport events (broadcast)
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Garden, Terrace, BBQ facilities
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Security alarm, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide sources
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Car hire, Laundry, Luggage storage, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, 24-hour front desk, Shuttle service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Grocery deliveries
Double Room with Shared Toilet
Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the kitchen. The double room also provides guests with a barbecue. The double room provides a minibar, a seating area, a balcony with garden views as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Standard Double Suite
This air-conditioned suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. Guests will find a stovetop, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchen. The suite also offers a barbecue. The suite is furnished with a desk and a seating area and provides a minibar, an electric kettle and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Suite
The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave in the kitchen. The suite also includes a barbecue. The suite is furnished with a desk and a seating area and features a minibar, an electric kettle and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
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